CRU Critical Minerals & Energy Security Seminar. 02 December 2026 Join the conversations shaping policy, markets, and security at the industry's independent meeting. CRU will host the CRU Critical Minerals & Energy Security Seminar in Washington, D.C. on 2 December 2026, convening senior policymakers, industry leaders, and market participants for a timely discussion on the critical minerals, energy, and security issues shaping strategic decision-making. Designed as a focused one-day programme from 09:00 to 16:00, followed by a drinks reception, the seminar will feature four thematic sessions exploring the policy, market, and supply chain challenges at the centre of national and economic security. Communities. Date: Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST Location: Willard Intercontinental

CRU reinforces energy transition leadership with new Global Head of Consulting. 30 April 2026, London: CRU, the global commodities experts, has appointed Hugh Greene as its new Global Head of Consulting reinforcing its leadership in guiding clients through the energy transition in the global commodity markets. Hugh, who joined in early April, brings proven, hands-on experience in developing decarbonisation strategies for major resource companies, directly aligning with CRU's commitment to helping clients navigate the industry's most complex challenges. Hugh brings over 25 years of distinguished consulting and leadership experience in the resources sector. His extensive expertise covers transactions, strategy, commodity marketing, and the decarbonisation of mining and metals value chains. Throughout his career, he has held a variety of strategy, marketing, and logistics roles with aluminium and copper businesses in Europe, Asia, and North America, deepening his leadership skills and knowledge of the sector. As the new Global Head of Consulting, Hugh Greene will oversee the global consulting team and lead in providing independent and proprietary advice to the world's leading metals and mining companies, investors, financial institutions, and governments. His team will leverage CRU's unrivalled business intelligence, market insight, and commodity data to deliver game-changing strategies. Paul Robinson, CRU Interim Chief Executive Officer, comments: "Our clients trust us to guide them through their most complex challenges, and today, no challenge is greater than navigating the energy transition. Appointing a leader like Hugh, with his proven experience in decarbonisation strategy, allows us to double down on this commitment. This isn't just about adding expertise; it's about strengthening our ability to provide strategies that are not just analytically robust but also commercially pragmatic and implementable, truly taking care of our clients' bottom line as they navigate unprecedented market risks." Hugh Greene, Global Head of Consulting, says: "I'm joining CRU at a time of profound change in the global economy and unprecedented political, technological, market and climate risks and opportunities. Throughout my career in the resources sector, I have always admired and respected CRU for its culture and its unique data-driven insights, guidance and independence. I look forward to working with my new colleagues and clients to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges and to shape the future of the industry." CRU offers independent, expert intelligence into the global commodities markets. This expertise is built on unrivalled data, unbiased insights and strategic thinking. Delivering knowledge across its four core offerings - data, insights, strategy, and communities - CRU supports businesses in navigating today's increasingly complex commodities market, addressing supply chain challenges, decarbonisation and the energy transition with clarity, confidence and speed. Since its foundation in 1969, CRU has consistently invested in primary research, robust data methodologies, and developed expert global teams. The company has completed an IOSCO audit of all its commodity prices, demonstrating the strength and resilience of its methodologies, policies and processes. Today, CRU employs over 420 experts across 17 locations (including representative offices) in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia. PR Contact

CRU Group announces CEO transition; Paul Robinson appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer. CRU Group, the global commodities business intelligence company, today announce the appointment of Paul Robinson as Interim Chief Executive Officer. This follows the decision of David Trafford to retire from CRU after more than 11 years with the company, seven as CEO. David and Paul have been working together, on the transition, since the start of the year and David will continue to support Paul until the end of the month. Paul Robinson returns to CRU with deep institutional knowledge and a breadth of leadership experience developed over more than 19 years with the business. During his previous tenure, Paul held senior roles across CRU Consulting and research, including leading the Aluminium research team, heading Non-Ferrous Metals, and serving as a member of the Executive team. His experience spans compliance, knowledge management, economics, overseas office management, corporate strategy, and mergers and acquisitions. Under David's leadership, CRU has continued to strengthen its position as a trusted partner for independent, expert intelligence and data solutions for the world's leading industrial and technological companies. Following a refreshed brand identity and organisational structure, CRU has reinforced its commitment to helping clients navigate increasingly volatile and complex market conditions with clarity, confidence, and urgency. Its capabilities span four key categories: data, insight, strategy, and communities. CRU has broadened its market appeal, attracting new customers from industries and sectors spanning primary production to downstream manufacturing and consumer goods. Regarding the transition, David Trafford commented: "Leading CRU has been a privilege in my career. We have strengthened our capabilities, expanded our global presence, and helped clients navigate increasingly complex markets - from shifting trade flows to decarbonisation and the energy transition. After more than 11 years with CRU, I believe this is the right time to hand over leadership. CRU is in a strong position, and I am confident Paul will provide excellent leadership as the company continues to build on this momentum. The business has high customer satisfaction scores and employee engagement with strong foundations for future growth." Regarding the appointment, Paul Robinson commented: "I am delighted to return to CRU and to lead the business at a pivotal time for global commodity markets. Our focus will be on serving clients with the data, insight, and expertise they need to act with confidence - while continuing to innovate and invest in the products and capabilities that differentiate CRU. I look forward to working with the team as we build on CRU's strong momentum." Commenting on the transition of the leadership, Robert Perlman, Chairman of CRU, said: "Paul is an experienced leader with deep familiarity with CRU and the markets we serve. The Board is confident he will lead the business effectively through this transition, ensuring continuity for clients and colleagues while we undertake a comprehensive process to appoint a permanent CEO." About CRU. CRU offers independent, expert intelligence into the global commodities markets. This expertise is built on unrivalled data, unbiased insights and strategic thinking. Delivering knowledge across its four core offerings - data, insights, strategy, and communities - CRU supports businesses in navigating today's increasingly complex commodities market, addressing supply chain challenges, decarbonisation and the energy transition with clarity, confidence and speed. Since its foundation in 1969, CRU has consistently invested in primary research, robust data methodologies, and developed expert global teams. The company has completed an IOSCO audit of all its commodity prices, demonstrating the strength and resilience of its methodologies, policies and processes. Today, CRU employs over 420 experts across 17 locations (including representative office) in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia. PR contact. [email protected]